The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, CON, has firmly clarified that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is not on strike, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to sustaining industrial harmony across Federal Tertiary Institutions.
Speaking in Abuja, Dr. Alausa highlighted that the current atmosphere of stability in universities and other institutions is the result of ongoing dialogue, mutual respect, and the administration’s genuine efforts to address the concerns of both academic and non-academic staff.
“It is not by coincidence that Nigerian public tertiary institutions have remained open and stable for the past two years — something we have not seen in decades,” the Minister said. “This reflects our government’s dedication to maintaining cordial relationships with all education stakeholders. We are addressing demands in phases, with consistency and respect.”
He stressed that staff welfare remains a top priority for the Federal Government in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Human Capital Development. Dr. Alausa assured that the government remains committed to improving working conditions and safeguarding the academic calendar.
“Our children are the heartbeat of the nation, and their uninterrupted education is non-negotiable. The Federal Government will keep working closely with all unions in the education sector to ensure our institutions remain open,” he added.
Dr. Alausa urged the public to disregard any misinformation claiming that ASUU is on strike, emphasising that the current stability is a shared achievement that must be protected.
Elijah Adeyemi